Professionalism must be the hallmark of GPF – Top Cop

– as Division 3 rewards outstanding ranks

Scores of Police Ranks within Regional Police Division Three were on Monday awarded for their outstanding performances and diligent effort shown throughout the year.

The Traditional Christmas Luncheon and Awards Ceremony was held at the Leonora Technical and Vocational Institute, West Coast Demerara (WCD).
Amongst those who received prizes were the ranks from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID); Best Traffic Ranks; Officer in Charge No 1 Sub Region; Station Sergeants; Staff of Commander Registry; Scouts; Ranks from the Operations Room; Court Staff; Ranks from Vreed-en-Hoop Police Station; Best Sports Woman and the Best Cop for the Division.
Special awards were also handed out to five ranks, of which they received certificates and trophies. Lance Corporal Edmonson, on the other hand, received a plaque and $40,000 cash.
The Community Policing Groups received Certificates of Appreciation and hampers in recognition of their hard work and dedication.
However, the Best Cop award was presented to Sergeant Douglas. He received $100,000 in cash and a trophy from Police Commissioner Clifton Hicken.
Assistant Commissioner Mahendra Siwnarine, while delivering his remarks, noted that this is the time of year the Guyana Police Force recognises the efforts and dedication of ranks.

The Top Cop in his feature address noted that he was honoured to be a part of the transformation the Guyana Police Force is undergoing.
“I am honoured and privileged to be speaking to you as the Commissioner of Police, especially during this time when we look forward to the recognition you truly deserve after working all year round, beyond the normal call, and so it is only fitting at the headquarters level that we recognise outstanding performances,” the Top Cop posited.
Hicken thereafter commended the Commanders for maintaining the partnership approach, noting that their expansion is quite noticeable. He noted that in an effort to strive for excellence, there must be a modernisation process, which is currently being enforced.
The Top Cop reminded the ranks that demands will always be great, noting that “excellent work gives you more”. He also charged the ranks to maintain discipline, and professionalism despite challenges faced in or out of the line of duty.
Being satisfied with the work/progress done thus far, the Top Cop further allocated $300,000 to the Division.
In closing, the vote of thanks was given by the Best Cop, Sergeant Douglas.
Also present at Monday’s event were Deputy Commissioner – Administration – Calvin Brutus; Crime Chief Wendell Blanhum; SOCU Head, Assistant Commissioner, Fazil Karimbaksh; Special Branch Head, Assistant Commissioner Errol Watts; 4A Commander, Assistant Commissioner Simon McBean and other officials.